CVE-2020-17097: Windows Digital Media Receiver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
First published: Wed Dec 09 2020(Updated: )
Windows Digital Media Receiver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =20h2 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Windows 10 | =1903 | |
| Windows 10 | =1909 | |
| Windows 10 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =20h2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1903 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1909 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =2004 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-17097?
CVE-2020-17097 is a Windows Digital Media Receiver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability that allows attackers to escalate their privileges on affected systems.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-17097?
CVE-2020-17097 has been rated as having a medium severity level.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2020-17097?
CVE-2020-17097 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server editions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-17097?
To fix CVE-2020-17097, install the official security patch released by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-17097?
The potential impact of CVE-2020-17097 includes unauthorized access to elevated privileges, which may allow attackers to execute code or access sensitive information.
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